Manchester United fans have seen a right winger regularly play at right-back throughout the season. Even when Rafael Da Silva was available, his opportunities were limited due to Antonio Valencia getting Louis van Gaal’s nod of approval.

It appeared more evident as time went on that Valencia was not a full-back. While Rafael is renowned for being rash at times, the Brazilian has a better idea of playing right-back so it was mind-boggling to see him pushed aside for a make-shift alternative.

I highly doubt United fans want to see Valencia at right-back for another season, so here are three potential targets Manchester United may consider approaching this summer.

Destined to leave Barcelona this summer, as per Goal, after telling reporters he has ‘both feet and a head’ out the door at Camp Nou, Alves would bring a wealth of experience to Manchester United’s defence.

After losing Rio Ferdinand, Patrice Evra and Nemanja Vidic last summer, the Old Trafford outfit lacked know-how. The Brazilian could win his third Champions League winners' medal when Barcelona take on Paris St. Germain in Berlin, Germany, on 6 June 2015.

Defensively, there may be questions, but Alves is without doubt a better option than Valencia.

Previously linked with United, as per the Daily Mail, Coleman ought to get a mention as a potential target to fill the right-back position next season.

Going forward the Ireland international is among the best full-backs in the Premier League. Defensively, however, there is plenty of room to improve. That said, Everton’s system is set up so that the right-back and left-back can concentrate on attacking.

Dale O’Donnell

Dale O’Donnell is a freelance journalist and founder of Manchester United blog Stretty News. He has previously conducted interviews with former footballers such as Gary Neville, Jason McAteer and Mikaël Silvestre. Dale’s work has been published on outlets such as the Guardian, Daily Mail, Telegraph, Sky Sports and more.